Imagine asking 100 strangers to describe a criminal. Predict whether those descriptions would be likely to focus on street criminals, or the variety of topics covered in this video.
As we learn in the video, Crimes of the Powerful, our justice system tends to focus on street crime, often ignoring much more significant problems such as white-collar, corporate, and state crime. Write a paper discussing the myths and realities of crime. Please elaborate on the following points in your essay: Imagine asking 100 strangers to describe a criminal. Predict whether those descriptions would be likely to focus on street criminals, or the variety of topics covered in this video. Describe how society defines crime. Do not provide a definition instead, explain how the definition is reached. Discuss how society decides what to define as a crime. Present a clear statement about a particular crime, something we know to be absolutely true. Illustrate how we know that this is an accurate statement. Present an example of a widely held myth or misconception about crime and society. Determine how we know that this is a myth. Explain why this myth is so difficult to abandon. The paper must be three to four pages in length and formatted according to APA style. You must use at least two scholarly resources
Many companies are using social media to advertise, collect information, or gather background on individuals. Do you think this is ethical?
Social networking Web sites create online communities of Internet users that eliminate barriers created by time, distance, and cultural differences. These sites allow people to interact with others online by sharing opinions, insights, information, interests, and experiences. Members may use the site to interact with friends, family members, and colleagues they already know, but that they may also wish to develop new personal and professional relationships on the sites.Social network advertising uses social networks to inform, promote, and communicate the benefits of products and services, and there are several advertising strategies. Banner ads on social networks can either be displayed to each visitor to the Web site or by using the information in user profiles, directed toward those members who would likely find the product most appealing. People frequently make decisions based on input from their close group of friends and advertising and use an individuals network of friends. Company-owned social networking websites allow users to talk about new products, services, or improvements they would like to see and the company can implement customer-submitted ideas. Viral marketing is where users pass along a marketing message to others, creating the potential for exponential growth.Many companies are using social media to advertise, collect information, or gather background on individuals. Do you think this is ethical?
Elaborate on how this concept is partially compatible with the science of behavior, identifying the common denominator between the two.
According to Ramachandran (1998), the implications to his investigation suggested that brain maps can change. In neuroscience, this is known as neuroplasticity. Elaborate on how this concept is partially compatible with the science of behavior, identifying the common denominator between the two.
How does the video you watched break down the traditional stereotypes and provide the you with a different perspective of the person, community, or location?
Watch the video on the link below and answer the following questions . How does the video you watched break down the traditional stereotypes and provide the you with a different perspective of the person, community, or location?The video uses many rhetorical styles, such as narration, description, compare/contrast, definition, analysis, and so forth. Describe some of the rhetorical styles operating in the video and provide examples to support your ideas.While the video may not provide in-text citations or a works cited page, how does the video use ethos to establish the credibility of the speaker? Does the speaker use author tags? What other techniques does the speaker use to make claims or points?What is the central message, theme, or thesis of the video? Do you agree or disagree with these ideas? What is your opinion? Provide examples to support your opinion. Discuss what you learned from the video that will assist you in writing work 2. Focus on techniques such as rhetorical styles and appeals.
Which branch of your state government seems the most powerful, on paper? What evidence do you use for your choice?
Locate your states constitution and examine the major elements and articles of the constitution. Review its contents and functions. Search for information about the branches of government and the funding sources for your state government. Write a 1,050- to 1,400-word paper that addresses the following:How are the main components of government set up by your states constitution?Which branch of your state government seems the most powerful, on paper? What evidence do you use for your choice?Does the state constitution contain a Bill of Rights? If so, what appears to be the most important feature?Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.
Why and how is your recommended policy better than existing policies for this issue?
PMG300 Portfolio Project Policy paper Policy Paper Section 1 Defining a Current Policy Issue The first section should be 3-4 pages in length, excluding the title page and references page. Select a current policy issue and research it using various news and journal sources. Examples of policy issues are utilization of computers in government, poverty, the community drug problem, homelessness, the city planning process, the role of government in controlling crime, local taxation, the prison system, and public health. You do not need to obtain prior approval for your selected topic, though I am happy to review and provide feedback if you request. Note: this section is not graded until the completed paper is turned in at the end of the course.Your analysis will include: a) a detailed statement of the issue, b) the organizations, interests, and officials involved in the issue, c) an explanation of the connection to public administration, and d) a general analysis of the issue. As part of this assessment, you will review and critique at least 3 journal articles, in addition to other news and scholarly sources. Your section should have at least 10 sources, total. The three journal articles must come from a peer-reviewed journal in your field of interest. Acceptable journals include, but are not limited to: Public Administration Review, Administration and Society, Public Administration Quarterly, International Journal of Public Administration, Public Budgeting and Finance, Review of Public Personnel Administration, Policy Studies Review, Journal of Policy Analysis and Management, Policy Studies Journal, American Review of Public Administration, Journal of Public Administration Research and Theory, and Journal of Public Policy. The article reviews should: a) clearly identify the papers research questions/hypotheses, b) identify the authors assumptions, c) evaluate the strengths and limitations of the research design, methods and measures used, and d) evaluate the implications for policy and practice. Section 2 Analyzing the IssueThe second section should be 3-4 pages in length, excluding the title page and references page. In your second section, you will define the stakeholders for your chosen topic, present the policy options, and develop an opinion about the problem. In this section, you will analyze the issue. Note: this section is not graded until the completed paper is turned in at the end of the course.Be sure to address the following questions: a) Who are the players? What is at stake? b) What are the existing alternate policies to deal with this issue or problem? c) Are the existing public policies effective to deal with this issue or problem? Identify any gaps orconflicts in the sources, and offer your opinions and analysis, where appropriate.d) Is there any current or pending legislation related to this issue? If so, identify the bill number and discuss the status. e) What is your position on this issue? As part of your paper, you should conduct a SWOT analysis and explain the results. Section 3 Policy Position and Recommendation The third section should be 3-4 pages in length, excluding the title page and references page. At this point, you have researched the issue, defined the stakeholders and developed an opinion about the issue or problem. Public administrators must make practical and informed decisions and propose solutions to problems. In your third section, you will develop a policy perspective that takes into account the information and data you have assembled in the first two sections. Note: this section is not graded until the completed paper is turned in at the end of the course. Be sure to address the following questions:a) Articulate your recommended policy clearly and practically.b) Why and how is your recommended policy better than existing policies for this issue?c) What are the financial requirements and/or implications of your recommended policy and how are they addressed in your plan?
Analyze what you learned from the Voices of Diversity video regarding perspectives and experiences related to race and ethnicity.
How do you even begin to talk about race and ethnicity? And, specifically in a social work context, how do you broach these topics with clients, families, and communities? In 1994, eight American men of various backgrounds (African, Asian, European, and Latino descent) sat down together in a room to talk about race. What followed was a raw, emotional, and difficult conversation that peeled back the layers of racisms impact. Although the Color of Fear film is decades old now, the need to talk about race remains.For this Discussion, you view one such conversation among faculty and then analyze what you observed, considering the various perspectives and how they may inform social work practice. To PrepareView the Voices of Diversity: Race and Ethnicity video showing Social Work faculty sharing perspectives and experiences related to race and ethnicity.Reflect on the video, identifying ideas, experiences, or statements that resonate with you, as well as strategies that were described.By Day 3Analyze what you learned from the Voices of Diversity video regarding perspectives and experiences related to race and ethnicity. Specifically:What idea, experience, or statement resonated with you the most, and why?What is one strategy described in the video that you will apply toward your self-awareness and/or cultural competence? How might this strategy help when working with a client who is racially or ethnically different from you?
Discuss the nature of the alleged corruption
The media does have a very significant role in how U.S. citizens are exposed to political actors, policies, and processes that comprise American government.Assignment GuidelinesSelect 2 particular media forum types from the following list: Newspapers Radio Television Internet Address the following in 400600 words: Provide 2-3 specific examples of information on government corruption that you have received from your chosen media types. Discuss the nature of the alleged corruption Where it took place The level of government involved local, state or federal What the person or persons were alleged to have done How the alleged corruption was discovered and/or reported Whether the matter has resulted in any action taken against the person or persons. Use a minimum of 2 references (your media forums) to reinforce your thoughts. Be sure to include in-text citations and a reference list using APA style.
Write a 3 to 4 page paper addressing the role of the media as it relates to reporting on terrorism.
Write a 3 to 4 page paper addressing the role of the media as it relates to reporting on terrorism. Select one past incident where the media has serves as a force multiplier for terror groups, and explain how the media actually benefited the terror organization or promoted the desired effect by the terror group. Then select an incident where the media had a positive effect in minimizing terrorist effectiveness, and explain how or why. Lastly, state what you see as the role of social networking as it relates to both enabling terrorist activity and thwarting it.Note Zero Error typos grammar references must be on point and taken into account in paper as well
analyze the connection between these aspects of marketing and strategic planning. Why is it important for these elements of marketing efforts to be tied to a strategic plan?
FOR PROFESSOR JANNET ONLY!!! Application: Product Strategy, Pricing, and Distribution Marketing information is critical throughout the product life cycle. The marketing function also plays an essential role in determining pricing and distribution for products or services. Prepare for this Application Assignment as follows: This weeks media segment, Strategic Planning in Action: Good Samaritan Hospital of Maryland presents some information on the marketing decisions made for the JointExperience and The Spine Center at that hospital. Consider how the information presented in this media segment relates to the concepts and ideas presented in the course text, as well as last weeks media segment.With this in mind, select a specific health care product or service of interest to you. For instance, you may choose an over the counter medication, medical device, or specialty care within a health care organization. If you would like, you may use the same product or service you selected for the Discussion.Research the product or service you have selected using the Internet and the Walden Library. Analyze your selected example in terms of concepts related to: · Product strategy, including the product life cycle and branding (Chapter 8 of Essentials of Health Care Marketing)Price (Chapter 9 of Essentials of Health Care Marketing)Distribution (Chapter 10 of Essentials of Health Care Marketing) Also analyze the connection between these aspects of marketing and strategic planning. Why is it important for these elements of marketing efforts to be tied to a strategic plan?As you formulate your analysis, be sure to include insights from this weeks Discussion, various Learning Resources, and your own research. You should identify at least two journal or news articles that further your understanding of these concepts and how they apply to the product/service you have selected. Then write a 2- to 3-page paper that addresses the following: Analyze your selected example of a health care product or service in terms of product strategy (including product life cycle and branding), price, and distribution. Include references to two or more outside resources that further your understanding of these concepts and their application for this product/service. Make note of any information that would be helpful for your analysis but is not available. APA FORMAT AND IN CITE CITATIONS
